What makes a man? Everything in our culture today – from the entertainment industry, to sobering criminal statistics, to the riots and demonstrations across America – shows that we are desperately in need of manly initiation. Just posing the question 'Are you a real man?' can elicit anxiety or even anger from men, because there seems to be an overarching insecurity about masculinity today at best, and debilitating confusion at worst. Here’s how we can actually DO something about the crisis of manhood. Everything in our culture today — from the entertainment industry to sobering criminal statistics to the tantrum-like riots and demonstrations across America — shows that we are desperately in need of manly initiation. The 'problem' is a problem of potential. Males are not achieving the potential within themselves to be men. And, sensing it, they are grasping at anything that will allay the fear, or else they give up in passivity. Yes, meaningful and shared ways of life may be slipping away, along with their accompanying rites of passage, but it is not yet an unreachable goal or unworkable principle. Men have what it takes to change the tide. Especially in the Church, we have everything we need for true and authentic masculinity, because we have the 'true man and true God', Jesus Christ. And that is what I hope you realize through this book: that you can understand these principles and enact the simple ideas in your own life in ways that are natural and authentic. "Jason Craig is insightful in pointing out the genesis of our problem, and he offers a compelling plan that I believe will powerfully impact the Church. If you are interested in giving up childish ways and becoming a man, this book is a must read.”" — Jeff Cavins, creator of The Great Adventure Bible Study Systems “Ever since King David told his son Solomon to ‘Be a man’ until this day, boys have struggled as to how exactly to be men. This is where this book comes in! Jason Craig gives us the ‘how to’ on becoming a man. This is a much needed and long overdue book, and I highly recommend it.” — Fr. Larry Richards, author of Be a Man "Jason Craig explores the transition from boyhood to mature manhood, combining well-researched inquiry, sacred Scripture, and practical, real-world examples in a way that both inspires and challenges men to take their spiritual lives to the next level. This book is an invaluable resource for all Catholics.” — Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers, author of Behold the Man: A Catholic Vision of Male Spirituality “Jason Craig is a world-changer on one of the most important missions in the world right now: to recover the masculine spirit. His important work is about much more than winning a culture war. It’s about winning the war in the hearts of men to rediscover their identity, worth, purpose, and joy in Christ.” — Chris Stefanick, author, speaker, and founder of Real Life Catholic “Finally, a book on the Christian faith, and the crisis of manhood in our time, by someone who remembers that we have bodies, that a boy’s body is not like a girl’s body, that boys are supposed to become men, and the most important of all the natural truths regarding this matter, that manhood is something men have to win, amid real danger, and not something they naturally and gradually grow into. If you have a son, or if you want some clear and powerful advice on how to become a stronger and more effectual Christian man and father, you should read this book. Actually, you should get together a group of men in your parish and read it all together. Not only read it: put it to work. Words are cheap, as Craig knows. Actions are what matter.” — Anthony Esolen, author and professor of English Renaissance and classical literature at Thomas More College of Liberal Arts Overwhelming Pursuit: Stop Chasing Your Life and Live The Big Hustle: A Boston Street Kid's Story of Addiction and Redemption Man Virtues: What the Hell Am I Doing with My Life? Pursuing Freedom: Becoming the Man You Could Be The Catholic Men's Bible: Introduction and Instruction by Fr. Larry Richards
✔ Author(s): Jason M. Craig
✔ Title: Leaving Boyhood Behind: Reclaiming Catholic Brotherhood
✔ Rating : 4.7 out of 5 base on (66 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: 1681922703
✔ ISBN-13: 9781681922706
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
Readers' opinions about Leaving Boyhood Behind by Jason M. Craig
Beata Shepard
I'm still in awe of the intricate plot and the way everything seamlessly came together. The twists kept me guessing until the very end. It's one of those rare books that leave a lasting impact.
Katherine Stevenson
The plot twists were executed masterfully. I was left gasping at every unexpected turn, and the suspense kept me on edge throughout. Bravo to the author for keeping me guessing.
Kara Snyder
The plot was so well-paced that I lost track of time while reading. I was completely immersed in the story, eagerly turning the pages to uncover the next twist.
